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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 26 June 2025
Bomb Scare at Phuket Airport as Suspect Device Found in Motorcycle Pictures courtesy of Amarin A major security alert was triggered at Phuket International Airport on the afternoon of 25 June, after authorities discovered a motorcycle suspected of concealing an explosive device in the domestic terminal car park. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1364814-bomb-scare-at-phuket-airport-as-suspect-device-found-in-motorcycle/ -
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Crime Bomb Scare at Phuket Airport as Suspect Device Found in Motorcycle
Pictures courtesy of Amarin A major security alert was triggered at Phuket International Airport on the afternoon of 25 June, after authorities discovered a motorcycle suspected of concealing an explosive device in the domestic terminal car park. The alarm was raised around 16:10, when police received intelligence suggesting that one of three motorcycles potentially containing explosives had been abandoned at the airport. The vehicle was found approximately 200 metres from the passenger terminal building. A rapid, coordinated response was launched involving senior officials including Pol. Maj. Gen. Sinlert Sukhum, Commander of Phuket Provincial Police, and Mr Montchai Tahanod, Director of Phuket Airport. Officers from Sakhu Police Station, bomb disposal experts (EOD), K-9 units, airport security staff and emergency services moved swiftly to cordon off the area and implement the airport’s bomb threat contingency plan. Mr Montchai, the Airport Director, confirmed that emergency protocols were enacted immediately. Fire engines, ambulances, and specialist bomb disposal equipment were deployed. Despite the disruption, airport operations were not affected and flights continued as scheduled. “The object was located in the motorcycle parking zone, about 200 metres from the domestic terminal,” Mr Montchai said. “Initial efforts were made to examine the device, but due to uncertainty we opted for a controlled detonation for safety.” EOD units, supported by K-9 teams, had assessed the object and determined it was potentially an explosive. A controlled explosion was subsequently carried out. The area had been secured, and passengers were kept at a safe distance throughout the operation. Examination after the controlled blast, confirmed that there was no explosive material, but circuitry and packaging, made to look like a homemade bomb. This was just one of several security incidents across Phuket on the same day. At around 14:00, police were called to a restaurant in Kathu district after a suspicious bag was discovered. Fortunately, it was found to contain no harmful materials and was returned to its owner, a resident of Nakhon Si Thammarat, who had forgotten it. Additional suspicious objects were reported in Laem Phromthep and Patong, though none were found to be explosives or pose a danger. Authorities have since increased patrols in public areas across the island. Later in the evening, police confirmed that two suspects had been arrested in connection with the airport incident. One admitted to planning to plant the suspect device at the airport, after travelling from Pattani province with a group of accomplices. The second suspect was identified as the individual who parked the motorcycle at the airport. According to investigators, the men were part of a coordinated plot to target high-profile sites in a deliberate attempt to cause public disruption. Police are now working to track down other individuals believed to be involved. A spokesperson for the Phuket Provincial Police urged the public to remain calm but alert: “We call on everyone to report any suspicious activity or items immediately. Public cooperation is essential to ensuring continued safety.” Despite the tense atmosphere, airport services have remained operational, with authorities emphasising that safety procedures are firmly in place. Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-06-26 -
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Economy Political Jitters and Falling Numbers Shake Thailand’s Tourism Recovery
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 26 June 2025
Prawit Targets Paetongtarn Over Diplomatic Missteps with Cambodia Picture courtesy of Siam Rath BANGKOK - Paiboon Nititawan, Secretary-General of the Palang Pracharath Party, announced that party leader Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan has instructed MPs to join opposition parties in filing a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1364813-prawit-targets-paetongtarn-over-diplomatic-missteps-with-cambodia/ -
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Politics Prawit Targets Paetongtarn Over Diplomatic Missteps with Cambodia
Picture courtesy of Siam Rath BANGKOK – Paiboon Nititawan, Secretary-General of the Palang Pracharath Party, announced that party leader Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan has instructed MPs to join opposition parties in filing a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The motion, invoking Article 151 of the Constitution, stems from concerns over the PM's perceived weakness and inexperience in international negotiations, particularly following a controversial conversation with Cambodia's Hun Sen. Gen. Prawit has emphasised the importance of this action, even though the new cabinet has yet to be fully established. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Siam Rath 2025-06-26
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